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Basic information about VIB file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension VIB（*.VIB or *.vib）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the VIB file yourself.

There are 4 file types using the VIB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the VIB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support VIB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the VIB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the VIB file?
  • How to open a VIB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a VIB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a VIB file?
  • How to convert VIB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to VIB file format?


1.Detail information about VIB file extension: Veeam Backup

File type Veeam Backup Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VIB file is a Veeam Backup. The vib file extension is associated with the Veeam Backup, a data protection program for virtualized applications and data on VMware vSphere.

The vib file stores backup from Veeam app.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VIB files

Windows		 Veeam Backup


2.Detail information about VIB file extension: Chemsoft Export/Import MSDS Data

File type Chemsoft Export/Import MSDS Data Category Misc Files
Developer ChemSoft Ltd. File format N/A
Description VIB file is a Chemsoft Export/Import MSDS Data developed by ChemSoft Ltd..
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VIB files

Windows		 ChemSoft EH&S
ChemSoft DMS


3.Detail information about VIB file extension: LithTech Video Data

File type LithTech Video Data Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VIB file is a LithTech Video Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VIB files

Windows		 Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin
F.E.A.R.


4.Detail information about VIB file extension: VMware VSphere Installation Bundle Package

File type VMware VSphere Installation Bundle Package Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VIB file is a VMware VSphere Installation Bundle Package.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VIB files

Windows		 VMware vSphere



Can't open a VIB file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.VIB”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the VIB extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support VIB file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of VIB files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a VIB file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a VIB file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a VIB file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the VIB file is damaged.
  • Whether the VIB file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the VIB file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the VIB file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the VIB file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a VIB file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a VIB file.

If the VIB file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.